Organogel-based thin films for self-cleaning on various surfaces.

Liu, Hongliang; Zhang, Pengchao; Liu, Mingjie; Wang, Shutao; Jiang, Lei · Adv Mater · 2013

basic_science · Level V

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Abstract

Self-cleaning on various surfaces is obtained using the facile approach of modifying the surface with a thin organogel film. The film not only absorbs oil but also holds it in a crosslinked network, which endows the material with excellent self-cleaning properties. This facile method can be applied to various common engineering metals.